COVID-19 has obviously presented an array of challenges to states during 2020. What is the most important lesson you’ve learned... Read More
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Colorado has fared better than many of our neighboring states because the people of this state have been taking this pandemic seriously -- wearing masks, staying at home, keeping their distance from others, practicing proper hygiene and protecting at-risk populations like older Coloradans and those with underlying health conditions. I’m proud that by-and-large, Coloradans are doing right by each other. We wouldn’t be making progress as a state if people were ignoring these crucial public health recommendations. Read More
There’s an African proverb that’s now universally popular, and it says, “It takes a village to raise a child.” Governor Pritzker and I realize that the child care industry is part of the essential foundation that helps our children develop intellectually and emotionally. The industry allows working parents to focus on being productive on their jobs. Read More
The US Census Bureau recently singled out Idaho for having the nation’s largest percentage of population growth. Why do you... Read More
I was a sheriff for 22 years. What I learned the most is that we must be proactive instead of reactive. Bettering our communities starts with taking care of our children. Read More
You are the 75th Governor of North Carolina. What makes North Carolina unique among its peers? North Carolina is one... Read More
In 2019, we packed up the cameras and sound equipment for the Early Learning Nation Studio and went to Baltimore... Read More
It’s been a stellar year at Early Learning Nation! We’ve created fresh, science-fueled content every week, spanning remarkable Early Learning... Read More
Our partners from the Center for the Study of Social Policy held a webinar on Tuesday, January 14, to teach... Read More
What are the skills – the tools – children should learn to make it easier to learn to their personal ability, remember on purpose and pay attention? Deborah Leong, Co-founder & President of Tools of the Mind, explains the “Vygotskian tradition” and how young learners can extend their mental capacities the same way physical tools extend one’s physical capacities. Read More
